[come] under attack

to be subjected to criticism or verbal aggression from others

The company's reputation came under attack after a series of product recalls.
The government's policies often come under attack from opposition parties.
The celebrity's social media account came under attack with a barrage of negative comments.
After expressing her opinion online, she quickly came under attack from users with opposing views.
The scientist's research findings came under attack from skeptics within the academic community.

to be the target of physical or cyber assaults

The city came under attack by enemy forces during the war.
Online security can be compromised, and websites may come under attack from hackers.
It's essential to have a strong defense system when your network comes under attack from cyber threats.
The fortress came under attack from enemy forces, prompting a swift defensive response from the defenders.
The peaceful village unexpectedly came under attack by a group of raiders, causing widespread panic.